Letters: Alternative perspective

Saturday

Apr 6, 2019 at 1:01 AM

Dear Editor,

Saturday last, I was met with an article in The Courier, written by Dan Tackett, who made comments about an article written by me and published in The Courier. When I read his article and his defense of the media, I immediately knew that he was trying to protect a profession that he had spent a lifetime career in the newspaper business. I suspect that he felt in a defensive mode, and perhaps even a push from those who are of the liberal persuasion in Lincoln and Logan County, and perhaps some who are chiefs above him in the newspaper organization for whom he writes, to strike back at me since there possibly might have been several who would like to have me stop practicing my first amendment rights.

When I read through his article, that always begins on the front page, that is usually reserved for news items, his opinion piece was going to be a counterpoint opinion against what I have been writing. Giving him some credit, however, he did soften his criticism by basically agreeing with some of what I have written. I don’t believe he wants to start a word war with me. I have seen his sentiments in some of his writings about having an argument with a person like him, who buys ink by the train load. I believe it would be futile to begin a word war with Mr. Tackett. It could possibly increase some of the circulation of the paper, but really it would just be a futile exercise. That is something I don’t need; in fact, I usually enjoy reading his columns.

My intention is to continue on with expressing my opinion, and if The Courier’s Managing Editor decides to publish it in the paper, that is her decision as well. Generally, people agree, on the letters to the editor page, believing the writings there express the opinions of the person who submitted the piece.

I appreciate those who expressed positive thoughts and support to me for my free speech efforts. I really am not a mover and shaker in Lincoln or Logan County. I am just a regular guy who enjoys writing, and enjoys making comments in the paper, or other outlets, where free-speech can be practiced in this country. I have no ambitions or interests in participating as any kind of leader in Lincoln or Logan County. I am simply a conservative fellow in economics, politics, and personal faith. I am a Christian first, and have no desire to make anyone feel bad, or hurt anyone for any reason. I just believe that God has given me some insights about life and issues, and I just feel like I should share sometimes.

Again, thanks to everyone for your thoughts.

Jim Killebrew

Lincoln, Illinois

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